By participating in and organizing national and regional roundtables and conferences and developing task forces, Hawkamah aims to advance the need for corporate governance in the region and engages various stakeholders on a constructive debate on how to move corporate governance forward beyond the realm of public discussions and towards the region’s board rooms.

With strong regional and international partnerships, Hawkamah serves as a resource point for individuals interested in various corporate governance activities in the Middle East and North Africa.

The development and organization of policy task forces is an important way for Hawkamah to build consensus and buy-in from public and private sectors on the best way forward on corporate governance reform.

Testimonials

All companies should promote their boards, executive managers or staffs who have board responsibilities for subsidiary companies to attend corporate governance training. Hawkamah provides the ability for people and companies in the GCC to upskill in the area of corporate governance and directorship through a comprehensive programme teaching international best practice which has been tailored to regional specific governance issues.

The workshop has added a level of professionalism to my practice. It addressed and discussed the right concepts to promote better governance and effective support for business in line with rules and procedures.

A very interesting and informative course which has helped me to adapt my Board Secretary knowledge further to my role as Company Secretary.

Hamad Al Hosani - Group Company Secretary - Emirates NDB Bank

Anyone who wants to enter the world of boards and governance; this is your passport.

Jehad A. Kazim - Director - Legal Services Dubai Chamber

The Directors Development Program was one of the most beneficial programs I attend during my career life. The strength of the program comes from the way it was structured as each part covered very important aspects of the required management role.

The DDP offered by the Hawkamah Institute is an excellent course to prepare directors to understand and fulfil their obligations properly as members of the board. I have benefitted immensely from this program and have started to implement some of the best practices taught on the boards that I am involved in.

Amir Arab - Director - Havenvest Private Equity Middle East Limited

The Director Development Program is great way to gain insight and improved understanding in areas such as corporate governance and board functionality. I would highly recommend the program as a foundational step before they begin their board experience.
Bindu Ann Joseph - Chief Operating Officer - 3W Networks

Director Development Program was invaluable learning experience for me which has elevated my knowledge and broaden my understanding mainly on the corporate governance practices and board of directors role. It has addressed the main concepts from theoretical and practical perspectives. The material is comprehensive and provides the key information of the different aspects of the course. I strongly recommend the program for individuals who play role in corporate governance and seek to enrich their knowledge of companies’ board of directors.
Sumaya Alshaer - Acting Head of Strategy & Corporate Governance - DUBAI SOUTH

The Director Development Program is being run with an effective balance between theory presented by knowledgeable staff and interactive discussions among the participants. This makes it into a recommendable program for aspiring and existing Board Members alike to get up to date on Corporate Governance as relevant for our GCC Region.
Johan H. Brand – Owner – Johan Brand Leadership Advisory DWC – LLC